Jacqui is a freelance journalist, writer and editor dwelling in Fairview, N.C. In her spare time she will often be spotted with her son and daughter, exploring everything this region has to offer.
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Hawks Soar Over Asheville in Annual Migration Fall is a favorite time here in Western North Carolina, when the cooling weather provides ideal conditions for exploring all that this area has to offer. The changing leaves along the Blue Ridge Parkway present a feast for the eyes, and the migration sightings can provide memories to last a lifetime, particularly for hawk enthusiasts. Each year in the
Salt caves, foot spas and yoga tours, oh my! Asheville, North Carolina’s reputation as a destination for health and wellness dates back to the 1800s. Flash forward to today's modern spa and health-centric culture where experiences range from the legendary 40,000 square-foot underground spa at The Omni Grove Park Inn—consistently ranked among the top spas in the world—to
Asheville’s Vibrant Dance Scene Has Something for Everyone You can dance if you want to, and finding a location for releasing your inner performer will be a breeze when visiting the vibrant and eclectic city of Asheville. This Blue Ridge Mountain valley is overflowing with great music, and whether you long to join in on the spirit thumping beats of the drum circle, spin your partner with
Winding Trails, Wildlife and Waterfalls The scenery at Chimney Rock State Park possesses a magnetic draw for tourists and locals alike. Over the years, artists, writers and filmmakers taken inspiration from the towering granite monolith and take-your-breath-away rock overhangs and outcroppings that are home to peregrine falcons, rare flowers and endangered species. The main attraction is Chimney
